A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall (Picture Book Biography)

Name: A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall (Picture Book Biography)
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Book Synopsis: A brilliant lawyer, a leader of the Civil Rights movement, and the first African-American justice of the US Supreme Court. A strong-willed boy, Marshall grew up in Baltimore, MD with the guidance of his parents who believed in the power of equality, education, and the importance of hard work. His determination carried him through law school at Howard University where he graduated at the top of his class. Marshall worked for the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) and was the first African American to win a case before the United States Supreme Court. He argued thirty-two cases before the Supreme Court—winning twenty-nine. His greatest court victory was the case of Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka—a turning point in the battle against segregation. Ultimately, Marshall would be appointed as a justice on the Supreme Court. When he retired in 1991, he was called a true American hero and the most significant lawyer of his time. For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s “expert mixtures of facts and personality” (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history or who need reliable sources for school book reports.

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Discover the incredible journey of Thurgood Marshall, a true American hero and the first African-American justice of the US Supreme Court. In "A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall", delve into the life of this brilliant lawyer and leader of the Civil Rights movement. Through colorful and kid-friendly illustrations, young readers will be inspired by Marshall's strong-willed character and determination to fight for equality.

Marshall's story starts in Baltimore, MD, where he was raised by parents who believed in the power of equality, education, and hard work. His unwavering resolve led him to excel at Howard University Law School, graduating at the top of his class. Join him on his journey as he works for the NAACP, becoming the first African American to win a case before the United States Supreme Court.

The impact of Marshall's work is immeasurable, having argued an impressive thirty-two cases before the Supreme Court, winning an astonishing twenty-nine. His pivotal victory in the case of Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka marked a turning point in the battle against segregation. Immerse yourself in Marshall's extraordinary legacy as he is appointed as a justice on the Supreme Court, leaving a lasting impact on American history.

For almost three decades, David Adler's Picture Book Biography series has captivated young readers by introducing them to influential figures who changed the world. With an expert blend of engaging facts and personality, these books provide reliable sources for school book reports. Ideal for first and second graders interested in history, "A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall" is a must-read for young minds hungry for knowledge and inspired by remarkable individuals.

Experience the inspiring journey of Thurgood Marshall today!

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